216 State St. | Madison, WI
Nestled in the vibrant heart of downtown Madison, The Orpheum Theatre stands as an iconic landmark, enchanting guests since 1927. Step into a world where original French-Renaissance grandeur is meticulously preserved, offering an aesthetic unlike any other. Imagine celebrating with your name aglow on our magnificent marquee, featuring a dazzling replica of the theater’s historic blade sign. The Orpheum provides an truly exceptional canvas, ensuring your event is not just celebrated, but forever etched in memory.
Capacities
Reception: 1000
Banquet: 225
Theater: 1,757
Perfect For
Weddings
Corporate Events
Film Screenings
Speaking Engagements
Ticketed Events
Brand & Product Launches
Exterior
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Featuring a custom message on the historic sign blade, and a premiere State Street location, close to UW-Madison Campus
Lobby
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Provide a warm and intimate welcome to your guests, perfect for a cocktail hour or greeting station prior to theater entry
Grand Staircase
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To make a memorable entrance and wow from the beginning
Lobby Bar
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Central, easy to find, and equipped for large crowds
Easy Wayfinding
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Hallways and vestibules to move throughout venue that ensure all guests are comfortable no matter the group size
House
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Recently renovated with new, comfortable built-in seating for over 1,700
House Floor
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Floor chairs are removeable to allow open floor seating for banquet tables or dancing
Front of House Tech
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Our in-house stage lighting and sound will bring your event to the next level
Built-in Projector and Screen
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Perfect for presentations and other in-event media
View from the Stage
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Be the star of your own show and utilize our large stage for special guests, presentations, and more
Opera Boxes
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2 private access areas available for photo-ops and specialty use, to be in the action but away from the crowd
Backstage Green Rooms
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Available for behind the scenes needs of the host or entertainers
Backstage Green Rooms
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This area includes a private restroom and shower
Dressing Rooms
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4 available dressing rooms including a designated private restroom
Apollo Lounge
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Private lounge with unique décor and lounge seating, for VIPs to enjoy themselves
Apollo Lounge
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Private lounge with unique décor and lounge seating, for VIPs to enjoy themselves
French-Renaissance Inspired Interior
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Details include intricate, foliated moldings, brass sconces, hints of stenciling in classical patterns, and touches of gold-toned ornamentation throughout the venue for an aesthetic like no other
AMENITIES
Vibrant downtown location
Exclusive use of venue during rental window
Custom message on historic venue marquee
Live music friendly; in-house lights + tech, with engineer
In-house tables + chairs
Open catering list
Custom bar offerings
Elevated stage
State of the art sound system
Green room, multiple dressing rooms, and private bathroom
Climate controlled venue
Projector and screen
Built in theater seating
ADA Accessibility
Mosaic Photo Gallery Credits: Ueda Photography, Peter Gubernat Photography, David Stremikis, Paul F. Gero Photography, Dominika Photography, Chris Lotten Photography, One Shot Scott Photography, Peix Productions, Lily Shea Photography
Venue Photo Slides Credits: Shutter Imagery, Chris Lotten Photo, Paul F. Gero Photography, Peter Gubernat Photography, Tim Fitch Photography, Lily Shea Photography